The VAC Project Engineer will serve as the Project Manager and Sales Engineer for VAC Orders. This role is responsible for the on-time and profitable delivery of projects, including all engineering setups and submittals required. The VAC Project Engineer will collaborate closely with the Project Quotations department during Project Kickoffs and work with the Buyer/Planner to execute the Project Plan, develop action plans, assign responsibilities, and create Gantt Charts. Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, the VAC Project Engineer will work intimately with the VAC Buyer/Planner and Assembly Team to ensure seamless execution of VAC orders, focusing on initiation, planning, executing, budgeting, coordinating, and closing projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Sales, Applications Engineering, and Customers to ensure all project specifications are properly outlined and executed.
• Ensure all project deliverables are met promptly.
• Create part numbers, drawings, bills of material, 3D models, schematics, and other technical submittals for VAC Projects.
• Ensure accurate and rapid preparation and delivery of documentation.

Qualifications and Core Competencies:

• 5+ years of experience in valve and automation manufacturing, with direct experience in pneumatic and electric automation and controls.
• Engineering degree preferred, or an associate degree with necessary industry experience.
• Strong Project Management skills.
• Highly organized with advanced knowledge of MS Office Applications.
• Experience in 2D and 3D Modeling, preferably SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with LN Infor is a plus.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with various team members and other departments.
• Detail-oriented, information-seeking, and willing to learn in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure, self-driven, proactive, and systematic in approach.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Efficient and rapid work pace required.
• Strong time management and punctuality.

Performance Standards:

• Achieve departmental goals related to shipment volume, on-time delivery, and delivery time.
• Manage customer complaints and assembly work stoppages effectively.
• Successfully execute project management and sales engineering responsibilities, ensuring timely and organized management of orders.
• Ensure swift and high-quality turnaround of technical requirements and systematic transactions.
• Maintain effective communication and seamless coordination with operations, shop, applications, product, technology, and project teams.
• Provide excellent customer service and prompt responses to internal and external requests.
• Demonstrate strong accountability and visibility.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• This position requires extended periods working at a computer and participating in meetings.
• Frequent visits to the shop and various operations, product, and technology teams across the campus may be necessary.
• Potential customer meetings may also be required.

Behaviors Preferred:

• Detail Oriented: Capable of executing tasks with all necessary details to ensure completion to a high standard.